"Resolved, That the President of the United States be requested to cause to be laid before this House such papers as are in the possession of the Department of State, as relate to the violation on the part of Spain, of the Treaty of Friendship, Limits, and Navigation, between the United States of America and the King of Spain."
Monday, December 20.
Several other members, to wit: from Vermont, Israel Smith; and from Virginia, Richard Brent, and Matthew Clay; appeared, and took their seats in the House.
Tuesday, December 21.
Another member, to wit, John Campbell, from Maryland, appeared, and took his seat in the House.
Wednesday, December 22.
Another member, to wit, John Archer, from Maryland, appeared, and took his seat.
Violation of the Right of Deposit at New Orleans.
A Message was received from the President of the United States, as follows:
Gentlemen of the House of Representatives: